Halsey is a name you're not likely to forget anytime soon. Fresh off the release of her debut album, this 20-year old is making her name known not just through her music, but also through her dynamic personality. This is why she's this month's #WomanCrushWednesday

Ashley Frangipane, better known by her anagrammed stage name Halsey, got her start through her YouTube channel, where she posted videos of herself singing covers. One video, which was a parody of Taylor Swift's "I Knew You Were Trouble" called "The Haylor Song," gained viral success. (This channel, however, no longer contains any videos.) She got discovered when she posted her original song "Ghost" on SoundCloud; this led to her signing on to a record label. Her first EP called Room 93, which contained five songs and four videos, went out in October of 2014 and just last month, her debut concept album Badlands was released, and has since gained commercial success.

Even though her new album did well in the charts--it's the third best opening debut album from a solo artist, following Meghan Trainor's Title and Shawn Mendez' Handwritten--critics' reviews aren't so good. Halsey's genre could be defined as indie pop, and that shows through with the songs on Badlands, but it's not really anything we haven't heard before. Some tracks are comparable to a lot of the alternative-pop music we've been hearing for the past decade, and some of the lyrics fall a little flat. (That one lyric in particular in the bridge of "Colors" really irks me.) Frankly, a lot of the stuff on this record is reminiscent of other similar alternative songstresses like Lana Del Rey and Lorde. It's a good record, but there's nothing really original about it.

However, what Halsey's got going for her, musically speaking, is her voice. This girl has got pipes on her; her range is so wide and amazing for someone of her age. More significantly, what I think is the appeal behind this rising star is her personality, which she isn't afraid to portray in her music and interactions in the media.

It's really difficult to categorize this singer as just another indie pop artist. Halsey's personality is just as dynamic as her choice in hairstyles. She's quick-witted and unfiltered, that much you can gather from her lyrics and interviews and posts on social media. She's very vocal about her background; in her own words she calls herself "tri-bi"--biracial, bisexual, and bipolar. She's also an advocate for intersectional feminism. Reflected in her music also are a lot of personal issues, from failed relationships to metaphorical states of mind.

Despite all her success, she manages to keep her feet on the ground and be grateful to the fans who have helped boost her blossoming career. Above all, she's genuine and true to herself, which is what truly makes her special.

As an emerging artist in the Philippines, Patricia "Patti" Ramos continues to use visual art and spoken word as a platform for promoting nationalism and feminism. Check out our exclusive interview with her and a video of her spoken word piece, Stone.

How did you get into art and spoken word? I got into the visual arts a very long time ago; I'd been obsessed with illustration and animation since I was a kid. I discovered art styles that appealed to me and I took inspiration from them until I came up with a style of my own.

My family encouraged me to read voraciously so I guess that's where my love for really beautiful art comes in. It also inspired me to write, but I didn't know about spoken word until I first participated in open mics and later, developed my poetry. I've always wanted to be a performer and connect with a live audience but I didn't know how to sing or act or play any music. So, spoken word is the next best thing!Who are your influences and inspiration? My list of visual influences changes and updates constantly mainly because I find someone new to take inspiration from or call my "art god" whenever I feel that their style fits my aesthetic or how I want my own art to look like. My heroes in the visual arts include Tony DiTerlizzi, Brett Helquist, Mary GranPre, Arnold Arre, Elbert Or, Em Carroll, Mike Mignola, Albert Gamos, Glen Keane, James Baxter, Bruce Timm, and so many others.

As for spoken word, Sarah Kay exposed me to the whole scene, but I also love the work of Jesse Parent, Taylor Mali, Clementine von Radics, Gypsee Yo, local groups such as Words Anonymous, White Wall Poetry, and KM64, and a lot of others whose work I stumble upon online.

Do you think it's important for art and spoken word to be a medium for nationalism/feminism? If yes, why? Yes, I do! Art always has the potential to hold all kinds of meaning and to be revolutionary, subversive, and political. Viewers take one glance at art and immediately they'll start to feel things without even noticing or having to process too deeply yet. There's a possibility that when something catches their eye, they'll want to learn more about it, so I do think visual art is a very effective vessel not just for nationalism and feminism, but also for human rights in general and all their respective branches.

Modern spoken word sprung out of North America from the African-American civil rights movement and up to now is a platform not just for "hugot" or love poems but also for speaking out on social issues.I do believe it's important that artists and poets look beyond themselves and how only they feel so they could use their skills and media for higher causes and hopefully benefit other people.

What can you say about the art scene in the Philippines? What are its strengths and weaknesses? I find that the art scene in the Philippines is pretty solid from where I'm seeing it. In every medium there's a local artist with their signature style, whether it's visual arts or performing arts or literature or music, or even fusions of any of them. We Filipinos are constantly told that we're a talented people and I agree.

On weaknesses, I find that some traditional Filipinos have a stigma about the arts because we get hung up on the salary aspect of careers to see that art really is everywhere - some people just get stuck on a specific definition of "art" to notice.

You have an interest in making pieces set in a historical background, precolonial and colonial times. What can you say about the evolution of the Filipino ideals on feminism through time? What can you say about feminism here at present? I believe that the Philippines, historically, has always possessed a feminist culture. Even though male datus were the head of the village, women (whether cisgender or transgender) played vital roles in their society too and were treated with about the same amount of respect as the men. We even have a hermaphrodite goddess. Look up Lakampati! Filipinos used to be so much more open with sexuality and equality until the colonizers mandated our actions according to their beliefs. Today, our society is extremely conservative and views sexuality as something immoral or to be ashamed of, and that women should conform to a certain modest, conservative attitude while at the same time condoning their hypersexuality and objectification. We're still a long way from moving on from these traditional, patriarchal attitudes, but hopefully with the emergence of the internet and of women's rights groups, Filipinos are opening up to all these "new" ideas and ways of thinking.

What about our Filipino Pride? From most scenarios we've seen it becomes a double edged sword. Do you agree or disagree? Haha, I agree! I find Filipino Pride misplaced at times... I don't know where this whole phenomenon even came from. Sometimes it's a weird mix of crab mentality and cynicism, then a kind of zealous fanaticism and imposed affinity when someone of Filipino blood achieves celebrity. I wish everyone were more supportive of one another from the start and not be fixated on the definition of "success" as fame, wealth, and the approval of foreign white folks, instead focusing on the real roots of the poverty and hardship they think that this "success" will bring.

How often do you perform spoken word? If often, do you still get stage fright? What do you do to calm yourself down? I perform spoken word when I'm invited, if it's for an organization I'm in known as Mga Apo ni Lola Basyang (check them out here), or when there's an open mic event and I have the chance to borrow the stage. My stage fright stems from my fears of forgetting my piece, embarrassing myself, or making myself look obnoxious or mean. I just try to be as laid-back as possible during the performance and imagine that everyone in the audience is a close friend. I think I also cope by awkardly rambling out my introductions.

What advice can you give to budding artists and performers? A lot, heh. Have fun with what you do. Don't forget why you started getting into the arts and started performing in the first place. Don't stop doing what you're doing, don't be ashamed of sharing your work. It's okay to feel afraid of being judged, but don't let the opinions of others get to you if all you want to do is share your ideas with the world - there are always going to be people who won't agree with you, but there's usually people who will agree with and encourage you. And if there aren't any, that's okay too. Just don't stop improving and honing your skills, because there's always a better version of yourself. :D *two thumbs up*

QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS

What's the song you sing in the shower the most? Usually Broadway songs or Sia songs! Sometimes I even rehearse spoken word in the shower so I can memorize them, hahaha.If you were a pizza topping, what would you be? I'd say barbecue chicken because it's my favorite, and not a lot of people I know order it much.

Shrek or minions? Shrek. I like the story and ideas better!What's your favorite Ice cream flavor? Green tea! Or vanilla.How do you like your potatoes? Mashed, fried, or rosti a.k.a. latke a.k.a. hashbrown/pancake! I'm not picky. :P

Trese is the brain child of Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo. They released the first issue of Trese, entitled "Murder on Balete Drive" in 2008 and successfully released four more issues and one supplementary book containing short stories and some illustrations. Just last year they made it to the Department of Education's required readings for grade school and high school students around the Philippines. They're next issue "High Tide at Midnight" is coming soon.

The plot revolves around the young Alexandra Trese, a somewhat consultant detective to crimes with Filipino mythology written all over it. It's set in a world where one of the most powerful businessmen is a tikbala, where there are gang wars between the aswang clan and the higante clan, and where politics is far dirtier than we thought it was. And Trese faces all of that without flinching.

Here are some reasons why she's our Woman Crush Wednesday:

She's badass

She can threaten anyone or anything without regretting it later. She calculates all her moves first very carefully before she acts. Not to mention she used to play around with a great fire spirit from the Great Binondo Fire back when she was a kid. She completed her training to attain the mandirigma-babaylan status (that's like chief priestess), facing the fiercest monsters Philippine mythology can throw at her for three whole years and still be chill. Seriously?

She's smart

Even mythological creatures are impressed by her abilities. There's a dying tikbala in front of you and you only have like three or four minutes before he dies. What do you do? According to Trese, you remember that healing technique you learned from your trials and use a Mercury Drug symbol as some sort of rune to complete him. Besides the magical powers, Trese knows to never overdo things. One time, she was invited over by an extremely powerful villain (name withheld due to spoilers cause it's that mind-blowing) for a talk. Unlike a normal protagonist who would go "I WOULD NEVER BREATHE THE SAME AIR AS YOU, SCUM!", she politely agrees and hears what that villain wants and leaves the same way, knowing that if she expresses her hate for that person, she would be far worse than dead.

She's hot

I guess she's mostly hot because of her badassery but have you seen Trese in a dress? God.

She respects all humans and Creatures

You know those heroes that ask for help and never give anything in return because they're the hero? Or that they pull the whole "BUT THE WORLD IS AT STAKE!" card? Trese isn't like that at all. She treats all monsters and humans with the amount of respect that they deserve. When she does ask for favors for her investigations, she only whoops the asshole's asses while she gives something in return for those kind and good-hearted people's efforts. When Captain Guerrero asks for some rule book for the spirits, Trese simply says that this is the only rule that one needs in surviving the spirit world and that is to treat everyone with respect. Very moralistic of her, but hey, look how far that has gotten her.

Trese is amazing most especially because this is the first time I have ever seen a graphic novel that incorporates Filipino mythology and uses Manila as a noir setting. They capture Manila's darkest secrets so perfectly that it makes me look around the city that I have been living for my entire life in a different perspective. As a writer, I have never really set my stories in the Philippines but after reading Trese, after unlocking how the Philippines is so rich with good plot ideas, every time I step outside my house I see possibilities. Did I mention that Trese is one of those comics that doesn't sexualize their female main character? That is really rare to find.

If I say anymore reasons as to why you should love Alexandra Trese, much less READ TRESE, I might spoil the whole series. Seriously, buy the books they're only around 200 pesos per issue and each one is action packed, filled with good plot, and rich with Filipino culture. Support the series by following them on Blogspot and Facebook!

She is part of the recent roster of Youtube stars and has gained love and attention from all over the Internet. Let's give a little background of Miss Hannah Hart. She started getting views from her very first video of My Drunk Kitchen, which just happened because she was drunk and hungry at the same time. Another reason was that she wanted to make a fake cooking show for a friend back in California, just for laughs. It's a pretty funny and simple video of a girl who's pretty tipsy while making a cheese sandwich and you just hope to God that she doesn't hurt herself in the process. She quit her job as a translator and moved to LA to continue My Drunk Kitchen. She's achieved so much like touring around the States with her friends Grace Helbig and Mamrie Hart, and writing her own cooking book. People everywhere love her for her a lot of reason and here's some of them:

1. HER AMAZING PERSONALITY

You should watch her Draw My Life video and see that even if shit went down in her life, she doesn't make it sound like a sob story or anything. You rarely see her sad or mad; probably because she's the type of person to just go with the flow and still have a smile on her face.

2. HER HUMOR

Her jokes are super cheesy that they're actually funny. Quite witty as well. Her awkwardness, randomness, and sheer bubbly personality makes her someone you want to hang out with a lot and never tired of. In fact, she just won the Streamy Award for Best Female Performance in Comedy for MDC.

3. SHE SPEAKS JAPANESE

And she's fucking adorable when she does it. The video below is in Japanese with Hannah and some two Japanese dudes cooking soup and salad.

4. Her FASHION SENSE

From chill to dapper, she can pull it off. Her clothing is practically as colorful as her personality as well. The video bellow shows that suits really do fit her well (skip to 4:04 but watch the whole video to see how much she's improved).

5. Her support for The LGBT community

Hannah Hart is indeed lesbian and isn't shy about it. She's posted videos about her coming out and how to deal with coming out and the feelings you have inside.

6. HER MOVIE

Co-starring the lovely Grace Helbig and amazingly sassy and funny Mamrie Hart (not related), they were able to create a feel-good movie about three friends who reunite at their childhood summer camp, only to strengthen their faded bonds from before. The movie was a hit on the Internet and even got a 7.2/10 rating from IMDB. Hannah almost practically plays herself as the aspiring chef who works as the camp's cook, while being awkward yet funny as well. The movie will make you laugh and smile till the very end.

7. hER bOOK

If you haven't heard, she recently published her first cooking book!

"My Drunk Kitchen includes recipes, stories, full color photos, and drawings to inspire your own culinary adventures in tipsy cooking. It is also a showcase for Hannah Hart's great comedic voice. Hannah offers key drink recommendations, cooking tips (like, remember to turn the oven off when you go to bed) and shares never-before-seen recipes"

A symbol of resilience, strength, and freedom of individuality, Frida Kahlo was more than just a painter and a fashion icon; she was a woman with a voice meant for honest expression. She lived a life full of tragedies, but despite this she was able to transcend something so meaningful and fulfilling to her life. She is enigmatic, yet relatable; she was bound to gender norms, yet insisted on being free. Frida Kahlo is a woman who belonged to no one but herself, who defined her OWN standards of beauty, and who dictated that disabilities are never a ground for being ‘disabled’.

Profile of Frida Kahlo

Full Name: Magdalena Carmen Frieda Kahlo y Calderón

Known as: Frida Kahlo -- she is also known as the “la heroina del dolor” (The heroine of pain) in Mexico

Parents: Wilhelm Guillermo (father), a German photographer who came to Mexico; Matilde (mother)

Sisters: Matilde, Adriana, and Cristina -- Frida is the third child

Date of Birth and Birthplace: July 6, 1907 in Coyocoan, Mexico City, Mexico -- she grew up in what was known as the Casa Azul (Blue House). Today, it is known as the Frida Kahlo Museum.

Spouse: Diego Rivera (painter)

10 Things You Should Know About Frida Kahlo

Frida means “peace”, which comes from the German word Fried

Frida was one of the few female students studying at the premier Escuela Nacional Preparatoria in 1922. There she met her husband, Diego Rivera. At that time, Frida was only 15, while Diego was 36. But it was only in 1928 that Frida and Diego started having a serious relationship. They married the following year.

Work Count: 143 paintings, 55 of which were self-portraits.

“When asked why she painted so many self-portraits, Frida replied: "Because I am so often alone....because I am the subject I know best."” (derived from FridaKahlo.com)

She had polio at the age of 4, and was involved in a serious bus accident at 18. During her latter accident, she was impaled by a handrail, which resulted to damages to her collarbone, ribs, pelvis, shoulder, spine, and foot, among others.

Kahlo was a devoted feminist, and had strong political views. She was a member of the Young Communist League and the Mexican Communist Party. She and Diego were active communists.

Most of her paintings dealt with pain and suffering. A few of these specifically dealt on her multiple miscarriages, her injuries caused by a serious accident at 18, and her husband’s infidelities.

Frida considered her unibrow and mustache an asset, which was so evident in her paintings.

Frida was openly bisexual. She had affairs with Josephine Baker, and reportedly Leon Trotsky.

Andre Breton, Frida’s close friend who later on gave her her first exhibit at the Louvre, once said that “The art of Frida is a ribbon around a bomb.” Frida underwent a lot of operation, counting up to 30. Most of which were unsuccessful.

1953 marked the year where she showcased her first solo exhibition. At this time, her health was deteriorating and she was bedridden. Her doctors advised her to stay in bed but her strong character led her to attend the event. She arrived in an ambulance, while a four- poster bed was installed in the gallery for her.

In the same year, her right leg had to be amputated because of a gangrene infection. Her health eventually worsened, she then retreated to the Casa Azul, and about a week after her 47th birthday, she died in her house. She was said to have died due to pulmonary embolism but there are reports circulating that it was possibly suicide.

Africa is probably not the first thing that comes into mind when one says the word feminism. Actually, I do know that feminism isn’t rampant in Africa since it does rank the lowest in the global gender equality index and has some of the highest numbers for domestic abuse. And I don’t even want to go into the extremely painful punishments they give women there. And yet, we don’t hear much from the African women. It happens, but where are the complaints? Media of course plays a key role in this. It’s the reason why neither you nor I know much about Africa to start with.

But of course there are women who have risen against patriarchy and did something quite commendable with their empowerment. I’m talking about Minna Salami. Minna has worked all over the world and has worked with journalism giants such as Huffington Post and the Guardian. Her site has been nominated and won many awards such as the Africa Diaspora Award for Outstanding Achievement in Media in 2013 and has been featured on Applause Africa 2012 for “40 under 40 African change makers”.

Those awards, nominations, and achievements are portraying to her blog. She is the founder and creator of the site Ms. Afropolitan, “…a site that aims to unravel myths surrounding Africa and womanhood from a feminist perspective and which provides narratives that remain largely obscure from mainstream media.” This is what I believe is a necessity for every emerging country, to have a well of knowledge and thought-provoking articles at one’s fingertips. Not only African women read her blog but women from all places and of all races who just want to talk about Africa. Yes, feminism is the key focus of this site, as well as pop culture, and other African affairs. I could go on, honestly. But just check out her site and it will explain its glory on its own.

How often do you come across an artwork you liked so much that you wanted to know more about the artist responsible for it? Probably not so often. Sometimes we stumble upon things we like but never really go into further detail than what we already see on the surface. It’s nice to know a little about the people responsible for creating the things we admire. You’d be surprised how incredible these artists are as a person, and so we’d like you to meet one of them. 19 year old local Melbourne artist, Sarah Ujmaia, has drawn attention from various parts of the world for her incredible photorealistic artworks. One of her most famous pieces to spark online recognition is a portrait of singer/songwriter Archy Marshall (King Krule). Many have been admiring her drawings for quite some time [from social media platforms such as Tumblr and Instagram], but only a few have gotten to know the artist behind it all. So it is definitely high time to give Sarah the spotlight she deserves.

Why do you think art is considered as one of the most important things in life?

Sarah: This is so tough to answer, I would have to say it is important because it is a form of thinking and the ability to practice it when you find passion in it is beyond fulfilling. It’s allowed for so much development in society and culture and life would be incredibly dull without it (for me anyway!).

Who/What are you most inspired by right now?

S: Right now I am most inspired by strangers, really good colours, blue, unfamiliar places and sounds, Garden City Movement’s music video to the song “Move On”, Gabriella Bowden, envelopes, the moon, and textures in hair.

As a young, up and coming artist, what does it feel like knowing that people from all around the world admire your work?

S: It’s pretty strange, I’m sort of oblivious to it and I never really think about it at all. Receiving this email to do this interview kind of made me aware that there are people scattered around the globe who know who I am and have seen my work and it’s a really nice, kind of warm feeling! It’s so lovely to have people show interest in things you make.

What do you do when you have "artist's block"? How do you stay motivated?

S: I think photography is a good way to spark ideas within me because I am someone who generally uses photography as a tool to create a drawing. Also just little things like increasing my sensitivity when I’m listening and looking. Small details can always spark large ideas. Going to galleries helps sometimes. As does listening to music and just scrolling through the net and coming across art that other people have made. You just have to stimulate your brain with something to move past them I suppose and just keep putting pencil to paper even if things that come out are crap.

How would you describe your art? How does it stand out from other artist's works?

S: I guess a lot of my works is to do with people. I wouldn’t really say it’s photorealistic, but it probably falls somewhere in that field. I think my work draws attention to detail in hair, and the role of light and shade in imagery. I’m not so sure that my work stands out from other artists’ yet; I haven’t really developed a style that is distinct to me. I like working on quite large scale but also on really small, intimate scales, so maybe in the future I might be known for something to do with that. Who knows!

What is the most challenging thing about being an art student?S: I think the toughest part is that you can sometimes feel like you’re only making the art you’re making because you know it’s what the assessor wants to see. And in doing that, you lose a sense of pride in your work because it’s not art that you wanted to make. But I think that’s a part of learning about the art industry. I think deadlines are also a huge struggle because they force you to comprise your standards.

How do you choose people to draw? Is there a specific face or expression you look for in someone?

S: I like drawing a person’s portrait if it has any or all of the following: good lighting, interesting hair, strong facial features/angles, shut eyes, open eyes, hands, interesting colour, facial hair, good creases in clothing, and interesting patterns.

Lastly, what is one art material you cannot live without?

S: Woodless Compressed Charcoal Pencil in 6B from Cavalier. Even though I haven’t used one in ages!

This month's theme may be about flora and fauna, but we just have to talk about a different kind of wild: the uncontrollable, crazy, and fierce kind of wild. And the first notorious young lady that comes to mind is definitely Taylor Momsen. Ever since she transformed into her current rebellious state, the 20 year old singer-songwriter, model, and former actress has had a habit of being on the bad side of the news. So what happened to the sweet Cindy Lou Who that everyone adored in Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas?

At the very young age of two, she started her modeling career at Ford Models against her will. She admitted that because of this, she was constantly absent from school and that she didn't have any friends. Along with modeling, she continued to work as a child actress, appearing in Spy Kids 2 and Hansel & Gretel. (Fun fact: she actually auditioned for Hannah Montana and was even a part of the top three choices!) And we can't forget her breakthrough role as Jenny Humphrey in the hit TV show Gossip Girl. It was at this time that the public took notice of her and that meant that everything about her was under the spotlight. It was also at this time that Taylor went through a bit of a rough patch in her life. No, she didn't have a meltdown in the middle of the set or go to rehab. In fact, it was almost a quiet and private deal.

She announced that she would be taking an indefinite hiatus from acting and that she would be focusing on her music. It all seemed okay until a sudden change in her style and attitude. In less than a year, she changed from preppy to punk; she ditched her couture style and opted for a more rock and roll vibe. That meant very heavy eye make-up, a lot of drinking… and electrical tape on her nipples. And as if her wardrobe change wasn't shocking enough, she posed half naked for Revolver magazine while she was only 17 years old! She also posed in racy outfits for FHM and Maxim soon after that. Bye-bye, innocent lil-J. She recently said that "I do not foresee myself acting anytime in the near future. I am very, very focused on music." But let's look at the glass half full because this just means that more music from The Pretty Reckless is on the way! In fact, their second album Going to Hell came out just last March. So whether you love her or hate her, you'll definitely agree that this week's woman crush wednesday is one hot wild child. xx Victoria Urrutiaclick photos for sources

I first came across her Instagram a year ago when she was mentioned by one of the celebrities I follow. I got curious as to who she is and what she does and as I skimmed through her account, I instantly became a fan.

Jenni Epperson is one of the country’s top celebrity stylists, lifestyle blogger, entrepreneur, wife, and mom. She gets to style A-list celebrities and other members of the high society. Her massive amount of followers learn from her everyday – be it fashion-related or a new healthy recipe. She made a name for herself with her passion for the fashion and lifestyle industry.

In 2011, Jenni launched Fashion + Food: Entertaining at Home in Style. This book celebrates life, the usual occasions such as birthdays and Christmas, and turning normal days into special occasions. Each chapter starts out with a formula: What to wear + What to eat = Special occasion.

May of 2013, Jenni put together fashion and home interior design, and created Jenni Epperson Lifestyle Pop-up Store in collaboration with The Ramp Crossings.Jenni envisioned creating a brand that keeps up with one’s lifestyle. Her first collection played on a minimalist approach with a colour palette of black, white, and hints of metallic.

As one of the health-enthusiasts I know, the food section of her blog, JenniEpperson.com, is filled with a vast amount of organic recipes that are incredibly satisfying and so easy to do. (Cute story: there are times when her daughter, Aryanna, would post photos of hot chocolate, cinnamon roll, or frappe, and Jenni would usually comment things like "*head shake*", "too much sugar!!!", or simply, "ARYANNA!!" and her daughter would reply, "it's worth it.")

I look up to Jenni Epperson because despite holding the titles of Nuffnang Asia-Pacific Blog Awards’ Best Lifestyle Blog Award and Stylebible.Ph’s Visual Style Awards’ Best Online Reporter, a growing fan base, and the hectic life of being in the industry, Jenni remains to be grounded, approachable, and continues to seek inspiration from her beautiful family, husband Tom and kids, Aryanna and Dylan (whom I have grown to be a fan of, as well.) She makes it a point that her children aren't sucked into the technology world and connects them with the outside world. They usually spend time in a park, skating, letting Dylan run around the play ground, playing volleyball, exercising, or just simply spending time together, one with nature. Jenni is definitely a super cool, super fabulous super mom.

You don't need an introduction for this name and face. You know her. You love her. All hail Queen B. And here are a few reasons why Beyoncé is and will always be queen:

She successfully launched her new album last year without any promo.

The day Beyoncé released the album, the internet exploded. Everyone was just wondering how in the world she was able to achieve this and then they realized oh wait, she's Beyoncé. The way she released the album really showed that she does run the world. She not only released 14 new songs but 17 videos along with the album. I mean, there were people in those videos, they had to have wondered what she was up to, right? Up to now I still wonder how she was able to release that album without anyone knowing about it at all.

She's one half of the most famous and powerful celebrity couples ever.

In the industry they're in, it's easy to see couples breaking up and having terrible relationships but Beyoncé and Jay-Z's bond remains true and you can really see how much they admire and love each other. In an interview, Beyoncé admits that it took them a year of phone conversations before they went out on an actual date. Even when they first collaborated, already powerhouse musicians, they took their time and defied the pattern of celebrity couples. It's also known that Jay-Z took on Beyoncé's last name, showing how much they respect and love each other.

She's sexy.

She's healthy, strong, and she’s got dat booty (I wish I had a booty as bootylicious as hers.) She carries herself with such ease that whenever you see her, you just have to admire the confident aura surrounding her. ***Fun fact: “Bootylicious” was added to the Oxford English Dictionary a few years back with the definition: “sexually attractive, sexy; shapely” Mhm, that’s Beyoncé all right.

She can motherfucking sing and act. God, do we even need to explain this?

She uses her power for the advocacy of women's rights, child obesity, and others.

Promoted Michelle Obama's campaign for obesity in America by making a song and video that included obese American children dancing with her. Sponsors Chime for Change a "global campaign to convene, unite and strengthen the voices speaking out for girls and women around the world" along with other celebrities. Also, go read on our Girl's article last week on her and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's song ***Flawless.

She doesn't need an outro either. Just keep on loving her. We know you will.